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Friday, December 28, 2012

ArcGIS Mobile App - FREE!!!

NO!!! Don’t skip over this because you have dealt in the past with a difficult to use ArcGIS product. This one really IS great!!!

I do not claim expert knowledge on this app, but you can get up and running effectively with just a bit of experimentation. Then, if you find the time to delve into the possibilities more deeply, share your findings with us.Main Points:

Can use GPS tool to locate a bookmark pin where you are located. Bookmark still saved after closing and reopening app

Has a centering tool that allows you to move around a map, and then move back to view the spot where you are located.

Measure Area Tool (has a shape above a ruler):Geometric tool that makes shapes on the map and provides the area of the shape. (Can you say integrate Mathematics with Geography?)Measuring Distance Tool (has two arrows above a ruler): You can place your location on the map with the GPS function. Then tap the map at the place to which you want to know the distance. Maps available: Basic map, Imagery, Imagery with labels, Streets, Topographic, Terrain with Labels, Light Gray Canvas, National Geographic, Oceans, OpenStreetMap, Bing Maps Aerial, Bing Maps Hybrid, Bing Maps RoadInterested??? -Click on THIS LINK to go to the esri web site with information on where to get the app. There are links for those with: Apple Devices, Android Devices, and Windows Phone Devices. )